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MINUTES OF BOARD VISITATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES, MADISON SCHOOL DISTRICT 321 Hibbard Elementary, 2335 N 3000 W, Rexburg, Idaho September 3, 2026 Brian Pyper called the meeting to order at 9:12 am in the Hibbard Elementary library. Those in attendance were Brian Pyper, JC Weber, Joe Palmer, Superintendent Randy Lords and Business Manager Blake Snedaker. Others in attendance were Assistant Superintendent Travis Schwab, Principal Bill Storm, and Board Clerk Deon Ward. Third grade student Truman Weber led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance. Mr. Weber moved that the agenda be approved as written. Mr. Palmer seconded the motion which passed unanimously. The first item on the agenda was the ISBA Convention. Mr. Pyper, Mr. Weber and Mr. Palmer plan to attend. Superintendent Lords will reach out to Ms. Allen and Mr. Egbert. The Homecoming parade was also discussed and whether trustees would be available to participate. Hibbard Elementary currently has 286 students. Enrollment has decreased in the past few years, and Special Education numbers have declined. The current caseload includes 17 IEP’s and 27 speech IEP’s. The elementary will be well equipped to accommodate future growth. Hibbard staff led by example in focusing on kindness throughout the year with activities and events for students and families. Highlights of the 2025-2026 year include the Euromarket, Idaho History, Christmas caroling to community members, Stories Under the Stars literacy event, and Bingo Night. Mr. Storm spoke of the growth that comes to students, no matter their upbringing, when they are known and loved at school. Hibbard Elementary parents appreciate mid-day bussing for kindergarten students. Staff are currently piloting a new math intervention program and developing Professional Learning Communities. Mr. Storm expressed his appreciation to Mr. Lords, Mr. Schwab and board members for their support. The meeting was adjourned at 10:05 am and Board members were invited to visit classrooms. ______________________________ ___________________________________ Clerk Board Chairman
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